FAQ: business lending & business loans for business owners
Business Loans Frequently Ask Questions
Information About The Wilberforce Small Business Loans
Tell me about the Wilberforce Small Business Loans
Wilberforce unsecured loans offers amounts of between $5,000 and $100,000. The terms range between 3 and 24 months and cash flow friendly repayments which can be made daily or weekly.
What makes how is the Unsecured Loan different from an traditional company loan?
The application to this Small Business Loan in under 10 minutes over the phone, receive an instant response and have the funds in your account within 24 hours. Traditional company loans reference an annual interest rate as well as other fees and charges. Our company loan is a cash-based loan and you’ll be aware in advance of the total amount due, which includes any fees, interest or charges. Then, it is broken down into weekly or daily installment amount.
What could the Small Business Loan be used for?
It is a Small Business Loan can be used to fulfill almost every business reason, such as managing cash flows, company remodeling, marketing, to purchase inventory or new equipment, for general working capital and much more. The loan cannot be used to fund personal expenses.
About larger Wilberforce Business Loans
What is the Larger Wilberforce Business Loan?
The Larger Business Loan is a larger amount of loan to help company growth opportunities. The loan ranges from $100,000 to $500,000 for a fixed period of with a maximum of 36 months. Repayments are weekly or fortnightly to work with your cash flow.
How is the Origination Fee determined?
A Larger Business Loan has an Origination Fee which is determined at 2.5% of the amount of the loan.
Do I qualify for the Larger Business Loan?
To be eligible for a credit in this amount the company needs to have been in operation for at least 3 years with an annual turnover of at least $700K. Your company must belong to a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident) at least 18 years old or have a New Zealand business (with a valid NZBN/IRD) and be able to demonstrate at the least 12 months of operating.
How can the funds be utilised?
A large business loan is a great option for almost all company need, including company renovations, to purchase inventory or new equipment, as general working capital and so much more. The loan cannot be used for personal reasons.
Is the Larger Business Loan one that is secured?
Asset security is necessary to obtain funding above $150,000. It is usually by taking a charge against assets, and may include registration through the PPSR or making a caveat.
A director’s or personal ensure is a guarantee to pay off a credit line that is general in nature rather than stating security over a particular asset. The person who signs the ensure is personally liable if the company creditor is unable to pay back the debt.
The Personal Property Securities Register (PPSR) is an online, central register operated by the New Zealand Government. It reflects security interests that are registered for personal property (including items or assets). The PPSR allows preference over private property assigned according to the date the security interest that is registered.
The caveat can be described as a formal document lodged to provide notice of a legal claim on a property.
What exactly is a preapproval without Credit Check?
If you’re seeking larger business loans of $250K or more, we may offer an initial pre-approval in order to smooth out the process. We may be able to apply for this without credit checks and within six hours of your initial application. The pre-approval is based upon an initial assessment that includes you answering a few financial well-being checks. It is not an offer or guarantee of finance. The approval of a conditional loan is subject to an extensive credit evaluation and any offer you are offered could be based on different terms.
The application process
Can I be eligible for funding?
You may apply for a company loan if you
- are a New Zealand Citizen (or Permanent Resident)
- are 18 years or older, own a New Zealand company (with a valid NZBN/IRD)
- you must demonstrate at minimum 6 months of business (for for the unsecured loan $5K – $100K) or 3 years of continuous trading (for the Larger Business Loan $100K or $500K)
How do I apply?
The application process is quick and simple. Just complete the online application within a couple minutes, and an experienced company expert in lending will be in touch to guide you through the process.
For a loan of up to $100,000, you’ll require the right identification documents (valid Driver’s License) as well as a valid NZBN/IRD and at least six months of bank statements.
In addition, for larger loan sizes, you’ll require:
$100K – $250K: Information about the application including credit consent, 6 – 12 months of IRD statements, bank statements (if loan above $150K).
$250K to $500K: Details for application including credit consent, 12 months bank statement, an IRD statement and the last two years’ finalised financial statements, plus interim financial statements for the current year as well as Aged Payables and Receivables summaries.
How fast will I get a decision?
For an unsecured loan ($5K to $100K) we can often offer an answer within one hour if you apply in standard company times and permit us to utilise the advanced bank verification system link to instantly verify your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload copies of your bank statements we can provide a decision in as little as an business day.
For the Larger Business Loan ($100K and up) we might be in a position to offer you with a conditional pre-approval in around 6 hours. After you’ve signed the pre-approval, the turnaround time is around 2-3 days for final approval. However, this may be quicker depending upon the circumstances for each application. Certain agreements have been approved in just 24 hours.
The quickest way to apply for you to apply is ensure you apply during normal business hours, and allow us to use our advance bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you send us documents from your account statements , it will take a little longer.
What is the time frame to receive the funds?
For the Small Business Loan ($5K or more) we typically offer an answer within an hour, provided you make your application in standard business timings and you allow us to use the advanced bank verification system to immediately verify your bank account information online. If you choose to upload copies of your banking statements we can offer a decision in just 1 business day.
For Larger Business Loans ($100K up to $500,000) we could be capable of offer you with conditional pre-approval in about six hours. Once you’ve signed the pre-approval, turnaround times are approximately 2-3 days to receive final approval, however it could be faster based on the particular circumstances of each application. Certain transactions have received approval within less than 24 hours.
The fastest method would be to ensure you apply during standard business hours. Also, let us use the sophisticated bank verification to check your bank’s information online. If you decide to upload the copies of bank statements, it will take a little longer.
How much can I borrow?
We offer loan amounts between $5,000 and $500,000. When you make an application for a specific amount we take into consideration a range of aspects to determine what is the well-being that is your business as well as the amount of payments your company will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be contingent on the particular circumstances of your company.
When you submit an application for a specific amount we look at a range of elements to assess the health for your business and the extent of repayments that your business will be able to support. The amount you receive from your loan will be determined by the specific circumstances for your business.
Fees & repayments
How do you charge for a company loan?
When you apply for one of our company financing, we’ll assess the risk assessment that you have for your company and provide you with a tailored offer including the amount of loan, the term and interest rates. A company loan is a loan that is priced upfront therefore you will be aware of the total amount you will have to pay, including costs, fees, or interest rates.
What determines the rate that I pay?
Interest rates for company loans rates depend on a variety of factors like the amount of money borrowed, the company assets the funds will be used for in addition to the industry that the company is in, how long the business has been in operation, how long the business has sufficient cash flow to support the loan, and the overall health as well as creditworthiness business.
What are the cost?
There are no hidden fees for our company loans, and you’ll know exactly how much it is that you be required to pay and when, from the day you sign up. There’s no compounding interest and no additional fees (as long as you make your payments in time).
We don’t charge an application fee. You can get a cash loan no cost upfront or commitment to apply.
The Origination Fee is the cost associated with establishing and managing the loan. The only way to pay this fee if you proceed with the loan. Our Origination Fee is 2.5 percentage of the loan amount.
Can I repay the loan in advance?
You can repay the entire amount of the advance loan at any time.
If you decide to take this route, please talk to one of our helpful business loans professionals. We will offer you with the details of your repayment as well as an early payout amount. This will be calculated as the sum of the principal amount remaining and any accrued interest at the date of early payout plus 1.5 percent of the principal remaining and any fees that remain unpaid.
How do repayments work?
To ensure that you don’t miss repayments and to fit in with your cash flow standard, we provide repayments either daily or weekly. They are automatically deducted from your designated business account.
Security & privacy
Will my information be secure?
Making sure that your information is secure, and making it clear the ways we gather data, process, exchange and protect your information, is of paramount importance and a vital part of our relationship with you.
Is it safe to link my bank account to the platform?
Yes. We utilise industry-recognised encryption standards to protect your sensitive, personal financial information and our funders are ISO 27001 qualified for our dedication to protecting the security of customers and security. We use an advanced bank verification system link to immediately confirm your bank account information online, allowing us to provide a fast response.
About business loans
What’s an asset-based borrow (a secured loan)?
An asset-based loan is when an company owner uses the assets they have to secure a loan. The asset could be an asset belonging to the personal, like the family home or it could be a business asset such as a truck as well as a piece of machine.
The majority of banks, not just the largest banks, are inclined to guarantee loans against an asset. If you’re struggling to pay back the loan then your asset may be offered for sale by the lender. In essence, it’s an opportunity to secure new funding taking advantage of the value of what you already own.
Are I need security for an business loan?
For loans of up to $150K, there is no requirement for asset security in advance to gain access to the funds however, we do require the personal guarantee. In the event that you fulfill your loan obligations (as stated in your loan contract document) the security of assets will never be required. For loans that exceed $150,000, generally, you are able to get an individual guarantee and security is provided in the form of charges on assets.